English Reference
noun

management

n.
US /ˈmænədʒmənt/ UK /mˈænɪdʒmənt/ man·age·ment UK spelling management's, management's

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    the act of organizing and controlling a business, a project, or a group of people.

    the process of dealing with or controlling things or people; often used in business contexts regarding resources and strategy.

    Simple

    Good time management is essential if you want to finish your work before the weekend.

    In context

    The project failed not due to a lack of funding, but because of poor management and a lack of clear communication between departments.

    Usage

    Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the abstract skill or process.

  2. 02 B1 Intermediate

    the group of people who run a company or organization.

    the collective body of executives or administrators who lead an organization, often contrasted with the workforce or staff.

    Simple

    The management decided to give all employees a bonus this year.

    In context

    Tensions between management and the union reached a breaking point after the latest round of salary negotiations proved unsuccessful.

    Usage

    Can be treated as a singular or plural noun depending on whether you see them as a unit or individuals.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate Technical Medicine

    the way you handle a difficult situation or a medical condition.

    the clinical or practical handling of a specific condition, patient, or crisis.

    Simple

    The doctor discussed the long-term management of his diabetes.

    In context

    Effective pain management requires a multidisciplinary approach involving both medication and physical therapy.

    Usage

    Commonly used in medical and social work contexts to describe a plan of action.

Usage management agency · management company · effective management


From manage + -ment.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Very common
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